What is included in the cruise ticket price? | Royal Caribbean Cruises (2024)

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You also may have a few questions about what is included on a cruise. It helps to think of it this way: Your cruise fare is mostly all-inclusive — your stateroom, dining in a variety of locations, onboard entertainment and access to pools, hot tubs and other amenities and activities are typically included on a cruise.

You also may have a few questions about what is included on a cruise. It helps to think of it this way: Your cruise fare is mostly all-inclusive — your stateroom, dining in a variety of locations, onboard entertainment and access to pools, hot tubs and other amenities and activities are typically included on a cruise.

Port charges are included. Prices do not include additional service charges; Travel Insurance; and applicable government taxes & fees unless otherwise specified in the offer.

Meals from many onboard venues, such as the Main Dining Room and Windjammer Café, are included in the price of your cruise. Reservations are only required for dinner. There is a service charge per person to dine at Chops Grille and Johnny Rockets.

Food and beverages

As part of the cruise price, there is always complimentary food of many types and flavors. Drinks included are tap water, some juices and iced tea on most lines; everything else typically costs extra. Coffee and tea are complimentary, but you'll need to pay for specialty coffee beverages.

Guests may also bring non-alcoholic beverages as carry-on items on boarding day. Non-alcoholic beverages may not exceed 12 standard (17 oz.) cans, bottles or cartons per stateroom. Milk and distilled water brought on for infant, medical, or dietary use are permitted.

While it's A-okay to stick to what's included with your cruise fare, the truth is that most cruisers add on a few extras. That can include shore excursions, dinners at specialty restaurants that aren't built into your fare, spa treatments, co*cktails and soda, Wi-Fi and more.

One of the major appeals of cruising is all of the free entertainment. From live music to original production shows, karaoke, trivia, game shows, deck parties, and more, there's enough going on to keep everyone occupied. Newer ships tend to feature Broadway-style shows onboard.

The best way to avoid cell phone charges on a cruise if you don't have a roaming deal is to switch your phone to airplane mode and turn off data roaming in your Settings app. That way, your cell phone is restricted to only accessing data via Wi-Fi, providing you keep your Wi-Fi function turned on.

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The amount of drinks Royal Caribbean includes with your cruise fare are enough to keep you hydrated and likely satisfied during your cruise. The area where you would need to spend extra for drinks would be alcohol, soft drinks, or juices. Depending on your personal preferences, this may or may not matter.

Continental breakfast is complimentary.

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It's always possible to purchase a lobster tail in MDR from the small list of items from the Chops steakhouse menu every night, but on formal night, they are included.

The cruise fare typically includes accommodation, meals (in designated dining venues), basic onboard activities and entertainment, and access to most onboard facilities. Food in the main dining room, buffet and certain walk up food places.

Cruising - what's included

A cruise isn't an all-inclusive vacation, but it can be a great deal because of what is included in the cruise fare - generally, all meals, snacks, entertainment, games, activities and most sports and fitness activities come in the bundle.

Your fare will typically include complimentary soft drinks, specialty coffees, most wines and spirits, Wi-Fi, crew gratuities and often specialty dining. Sometimes airfare, pre-cruise stays and shore excursions are included, as well.

A premium cruise line is more likely to market itself as 'All-inclusive' but even luxury cruise lines aren't always truly all-inclusive. Find out about the luxury cruise I took on Emerald Azzurra in the video below. It included Wi-Fi and some excursions within the price, but you need to pay extra for drinks.

And how much cash should you take on your next cruise? We're here to help you figure it out! Experts say the average cruise passenger spends anywhere from $52 to $89 per day, but the amount you'll spend will, of course, vary based on cruise line, ship, experience and your individual preferences.